Summer in Mallorca: The Don't Miss Events

From the cobbled charm of Pollença to the coast of Alcudia (and everywhere in between), this is the time when the island fully wakes up, stretches out its sun-kissed limbs, and throws parties you'll talk about for years.

Here, you can hear world-class music in medieval cloisters and watch regattas with royal spectators. Stumble into wine fairs in quiet squares, join firelit processions on the beach, and even end up dancing with devils.

Here's our calendar of what not to miss, blending culture, colour and Mediterranean magic.

JUNE

Mallorca Live Festival (June 12-14)

Where: Calvià (just outside Palma)

What: A major music festival featuring international and Spanish artists from genres like indie, electronic, rock, pop and urban music. The island's biggest music festival, set against the Tramuntana backdrop, draws a cool crowd, and everyone is welcome. Just be sure to buy your tickets for next year in advance!

Vibe: Sunset stage, dancing sandals, energetic and vibrant.

Sant Joan (starts the night of June 23 - June 24) — Island-wide

Where: Celebrated across Mallorca, Muro (near Alcudia) is a highlight.

What: Mallorca's midsummer magic. Picture bonfires on the beach, fire-dancing devils, and people jumping over flames for good luck. Palma's Parc de la Mar puts on the biggest show, but even the smallest of towns are lit — literally.

Vibe: Pagan meets Mediterranean: playful, bold, and unforgettable.

Festes de Sant Pere (29 June)

Where: Port d'Alcudia, Port de Pollença, and other fishing towns.

What: Boats dressed in flowers, children tossing petals into the sea, and entire villages turning out to honour the patron saint of fishermen. Expect fireworks, traditional music, and more grilled fish than you thought possible.

Vibe: Authentic, celebratory, and rooted in maritime heritage and nostalgia.

JULY

Sa Mostra – International Folk Dance Festival (held every July)

Where: Palma and rotating towns.

What: Dance troupes from around the world perform traditional choreographies. Traditional dances, vibrant costumes, live music, all under the Mallorcan sky. Performances pop up in Palma, Alcudia and Pollença, bringing together cultures from across the globe.

Vibe: Colourful, joyful, and unexpectedly moving.

Verge del Carme (16 July) — Port towns

Where: Port de Pollença, Port d’Alcudia.

What: If you hear bells and spot boats drifting in formation, you've found the procession for the Virgin of the Sea. At the port of Pollença, you can see this fiesta full of sea-blessings, flower offerings, and evening fireworks. Each year, there's a program of events, usually including concerts in the main Puerto Pollensa square and a party with DJs on the beach. On the last day of the celebration, you can catch a fireworks display on the beach at midnight.

Vibe: Reverent and festive, with strong ties to the island's seafaring culture.

Festes de Sant Jaume (25 July)

Where: Alcudia and several towns.

What: Sant Jaume is the patron saint of Alcúdia, so every year, this day is a big celebration. The festivities typically begin a week before the actual day, featuring concerts, open-air dancing, plays, exhibitions, markets, fireworks, and religious celebrations.

Vibe: A classic summer fiesta, family-friendly with local flair.

Marcha Fresca - (July 31st)

Where: Pollença

What: A night when Pollença's main square transforms into a vibrant club, with DJs spinning dance and disco music, and everyone, yes - everyone, is dressed in white from head to toe. This event, sometimes referred to as "White Night" by tourists, is super popular and attracts huge crowds.

Vibe: Electric and full of energy

La Patrona Festival (Pollença – Final week of July - August 2nd)

Where: Pollença town.

What: The entire town of Pollença becomes a stage for this reenactment of the legendary 1550 battle between locals and invading Ottoman pirates. The "Moors vs Christians" parade is the main event. Expect shouting. And costumes. And possibly goosebumps. It builds all week with live music, parties, fairs, kids activities, expositions and fireworks, then peaks on the 2nd of August with a full-scale "Moors vs Christians" battle in the streets.

Vibe: Electrifying. Local. A little wild.

Copa del Rey MAPFRE Regatta – July 26 - August 2, 2025

Where: Bay of Palma - just a drive away from Pollença & Alcudia

What: One of Europe's most prestigious sailing events, attracting the international elite. Witness one of the major cruiser regattas in the Mediterranean, which has become a top-level fixture on the global calendar.

Vibe: Think sleek yachts, champagne-sipping spectators, and a floating parade of wealth and wind power.

AUGUST

Festival de Música Clásica de Pollença – (August 9-29)

Where: Cloister of Santo Domingo, Pollença.

What: One of Spain's most prestigious classical music festivals, running since 1962. Expect international orchestras and soloists in a setting steeped in history. Inside the Santo Domingo Cloister, music floats beneath ancient stone arches. From solo cello to full symphonies, the programme is curated for connoisseurs, but never feels stiff. It’s elegance with soul.

Vibe: Sophisticated and serene, great for culture lovers.

Llanterne Festival, Alcudia (August 24)

Where: Alcudia

What: Each year, the young people of Alcudia walk through the streets of the town accompanied by their own lanterns, carved from hollowed-out watermelons and melons. As they walk, they usually sing typical Mallorcan songs. It is undoubtedly an original and traditional spectacle. This is a great one for the whole family to enjoy. 

Vibe: Quirky, wholesome, family-oriented fun.

Other Notable Summer Highlights

Deia International Music Festival – June to September

Where: Deià (Son Marroig on the Tramuntana coast)

What: Intimate classical and jazz concerts in a bohemian setting.

Vibe: Artistic and exclusive, very in the know.

Street Music Pollença - From the end of June to September

Where: Mondays in the Plaza de los Seglars, Wednesdays in the Plaza de Miquel Capllonch (Pollença Port), Thursdays in the Plaza Major (Pollença) & on Migjorn Street (Pollença Port), Fridays at the Pollença Town Hall and on Sundays at the Tour Office (Pollença Port).

What: Outdoor concerts by local groups from 8:30-10:30 pm all summer long. Some local restaurants also collaborate, so grab a drink and a bite, and enjoy the sound of summer in Mallorca.

Vibe: What summer in the Mediterranean is all about.

Insider Tips

• Many towns celebrate "Festes Patronals" (patron saint festivals) in summer — each village has its own charm, including food markets, open-air dances and fireworks. The Festes Patronals of Pollença are known as the most spectacular of Mallorca!

• Book seats early for the Festival de Música Clásica de Pollença, particularly for headline performances.

• For Sant Joan, check out Muro (near Alcúdia) for some of the most dramatic "correfocs".

• Don't miss the pirate battle on August 2nd in Pollença — it's dramatic, loud, and full of local pride. Bring earplugs (and your camera).

And when you find yourself swept up in a festival you didn't plan for? That's not chaos. That's the island telling you: you're exactly where you need to be.

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